Scanning at the Packing Bench


In high‑volume packing operations, handheld scanning and manual label steps slow orders, strain workers, and invite errors. Hands‑free overhead scanning reads barcodes as a box is presented, then confirms via integrated status LEDs and audible indicators, so packers keep both hands on the job. The system sends clean data to the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and shipping software, which can print the correct label and verify contents. Operations gain speed with fewer touches, delivering up to 60% faster throughput versus handheld scanning, stronger traceability, and consistent quality.

A Zebra fixed industrial scanner is placed overhead at a packing bench and helps a warehouse worker pack faster and more accurately by automatically reading barcodes and confirming via integrated status LEDs, sending the information straight to the Warehouse Management System.

Turn manual packing benches into fast, hands-free workstations with overhead scanning

A Zebra fixed industrial scanner is mounted above a packing bench for hands-free, triggerless code reading, enhancing packing speed and accuracy.

Accelerate pack benches

An FS10 fixed industrial scanner or an FS40 fixed industrial scanner is mounted above the work surface to create hands‑free, triggerless code reading. The compact FS10 fits tight benches with simple plug-and-play USB connectivity, while the high‑performance FS40 handles larger fields of view and tougher codes. Teams pack faster with fewer errors and more ergonomic motion. Configure FS10/FS40 with Zebra Aurora Focus to tune exposure, decode settings, and I/O, and to monitor read performance at the bench.

A display of the Aurora Focus interface showing a scanned shipping label with a barcode and various scanning settings, which integrates seamlessly with a Warehouse Management System and shipping software to automate label printing and content verification, enabling efficient order processing through a single scan.

Connect scanning to labeling and systems

Tie each decode to your Warehouse Management System (WMS) and shipping software so the right label prints automatically and contents are checked before the box leaves the bench. A single scan can populate order ID, destination, and carrier service, which removes rekeying and prevents mismatches. Standard mounting and input/output (I/O) make it easy to trigger printers, lights, and diverters. Use Aurora Focus to map I/O to peripherals, set confirmation behavior, and log decode results for audit and quality control.

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